The Control of Plague in Venice and Northern Italy 1348-1600
The classical theory that plague was caused by breathing in corrupt air was challenged by, the Black Death, which was seen to be contagious. Civic authorities responded more quickly than the medical profession,, and were. increasingly involved in attempts to prevent. the spread of plague. Particular...
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University of Kent
1978
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